28-05-2002 23:35									#61
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Will gay pride events change the minds of anti-gay bigots? I doubt it. It all seems rather silly to me, but if they have fun then...whatever.

	28-05-2002 23:39									#62
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quote: Originally posted by Caligastia Will gay pride events change the minds of anti-gay bigots? I doubt it. It all seems rather silly to me, but if they have fun then...whatever.

That is not the point of them. It is to show gays who hear such filth from haters that there is no reason to ashamed or afraid to be who they are. There are many out there who share their experiences, know what they have to deal with and will be there to support them. It's an affirmation that gay people are just as worthy and human as anyone, and the bigots are wrong.

	29-05-2002 00:09									#63
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I think most people are accepting of Gays nowdays...do gays still feel that bad about themselves?

	29-05-2002 00:13									#64
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quote: Originally posted by Caligastia I think most people are accepting of Gays nowdays...do gays still feel that bad about themselves?

There is still widespread hatred and homophobia. A majority do support gay rights, but a large minority are still vocally hateful. It was only a couple a years ago that Matthew Sheppard was beaten to death, remember.

	29-05-2002 01:12									#65
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Gay pride events are unnecessary in this day and age of tolerance.

	29-05-2002 01:13									#66
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quote: Originally posted by Boddington's Gay pride events are unnecessary in this day and age of tolerance.

Go troll somewhere else stewie...

	29-05-2002 01:16									#67
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quote: Originally posted by Caligastia I think most people are accepting of Gays nowdays...do gays still feel that bad about themselves?

No. That's the point; you know, gay PRIDE.

I thought you were done trolling?

	29-05-2002 01:18									#68
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quote: Originally posted by Ming Go troll somewhere else stewie...

I don't actually what's to be so proud of.

You shouldn't rest your self-esteem (pride) on something outside of your control (sexuality).

	29-05-2002 01:19									#69
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quote: Originally posted by Boddington's Gay pride events are unnecessary in this day and age of tolerance.

They're fun. It's a grim world, and we need all the fun we can get. More power to their oiled and muscular elbows.

	29-05-2002 01:20									#70
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Sorry Stew, but "Gay Not-Ashamed-Of-What-We-Can't-Control Week" wouldn't fit on the banner.

	29-05-2002 01:23									#71
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quote: Originally posted by Boddington's I don't actually what's to be so proud of. You shouldn't rest your self-esteem (pride) on something outside of your control (sexuality).

Nor does it. However, one's self-esteem is based on all facets of one's life and actions, and being gay is certainly an important facet of someone's life. It has a profound impact on one's life.

Celebrating gay pride is not akin to saying one's sexuality is all that matters. It is simply showing we're not ashamed of that aspect of our lives and, in fact, celebrate it in fun ways with friends and family and supporters.

It may not be as colorful or fun as them thar Bible Revival meetings, but it is just as important for those who participate.

	29-05-2002 01:27									#72
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quote: Originally posted by Boddington's I don't actually what's to be so proud of. You shouldn't rest your self-esteem (pride) on something outside of your control (sexuality).

Thpught people chose it to be trendy?

	29-05-2002 01:30									#73
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If Boddington wishes to troll gays, I would like him to create a separate thread for that purpose.

This thread is the positive affirmation of heterosexuals, homosexuals, and bisexuals.

Thank you Ming for reprimanding Boddington -- I was sorely mistakened about your policy.

	29-05-2002 01:30									#74
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quote: Originally posted by red_jon Thpught people chose it to be trendy?

Shhh, you'll make him look like a hypocrite...

	29-05-2002 01:45									#75
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ENOUGH

	29-05-2002 01:48									#76
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quote: Originally posted by MrFun ENOUGH

Fun, you should be more than aware by now that, once you create a thread, you lose control over it. You can't dictate what people post in any given thread.

	29-05-2002 01:49									#77
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Toronto Pride is in one month!!! Yeee!!!

Last year was a ton of fun though I picked a crap spot close to the Eaton's Centre to watch from. Dykes on Bikes went by 4 times before the rest of the parade caught up.

My new pierced nipple will be healed by the time Pride is here.

	29-05-2002 01:51									#78
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quote: Originally posted by Boris Godunov Fun, you should be more than aware by now that, once you create a thread, you lose control over it. You can't dictate what people post in any given thread.

So no more positive affirmation of the legitimacy of all sexual orientations then?? That was the intended purpose of this thread.

God --- now I more fully understand why those who revere war veterans get upset when their memorial threads get dilluted with anti-veteran rants, and side-issues, and trolls.

	29-05-2002 01:52									#79
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quote: Originally posted by Starchild Toronto Pride is in one month!!! Yeee!!! Last year was a ton of fun though I picked a crap spot close to the Eaton's Centre to watch from. Dykes on Bikes went by 4 times before the rest of the parade caught up. My new pierced nipple will be healed by the time Pride is here.

Starchild, welcome back.

	29-05-2002 01:59									#80
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quote: Originally posted by MrFun So no more positive affirmation of the legitimacy of all sexual orientations then?? That was the intended purpose of this thread.

Of course those won't stop, so long as you and others keep up. But interspersed will be whatever others want to post, and you know you can't stop it, so better learn to cope with it.

	29-05-2002 02:01									#81
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sigh -- fine

	29-05-2002 02:07									#82
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oooooooooh such a sigh of woe. Buck up, boo.

	29-05-2002 02:07									#83
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quote: Originally posted by Boris Godunov Of course those won't stop, so long as you and others keep up. But interspersed will be whatever others want to post, and you know you can't stop it, so better learn to cope with it.

While there is some truth to what you say...
A warning... any spam... thread jacking... or anti gay comments will be dealt with harshly. The topic of this thread is the celebration of gay pride. If you don't want to stay on topic... post somewhere else.

	29-05-2002 02:08									#84
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Ah, we have a Deus ex Machina...

	29-05-2002 02:17									#85
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never mind

the pic would not display

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	29-05-2002 02:23									#86
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Ok, this is the link to the entire online album picture of the Gay Pride event in San Francisco.

2001 San Francisco Gay Pride

	29-05-2002 02:35									#87
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Is it coincidence that Brighton and San Fran are both major seaside resorts and gay capitals? Is it a trend for gay people to go down to the coast?

	29-05-2002 02:38									#88
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Is Gay Pride here yet?

It's been coming for a while... oh , that just could be a poor choice of words .

I wonder if I can have Former-Muslim Pride Week .

	29-05-2002 02:39									#89
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quote: Originally posted by red_jon Is it coincidence that Brighton and San Fran are both major seaside resorts and gay capitals? Is it a trend for gay people to go down to the coast?

It's the beaches and the "live" art on the beaches.

	29-05-2002 02:41									#90
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quote: Originally posted by Boris Godunov There is still widespread hatred and homophobia. A majority do support gay rights, but a large minority are still vocally hateful. It was only a couple a years ago that Matthew Sheppard was beaten to death, remember.

Yes, that was a horrible incident.

I still dont really understand the need for Gay Pride parades, but then, Im not gay...